The hottest new bikes—Hondas, BMWs, Kawasakis and plenty more—filled the floor of the Javits Center in New York this week.

Goldwing F6B

Goldwing F6B

The F6B is a blacked-out Goldwing with a clipped windshield and no top case, but the resulting change in character is dramatic. Honda created the F6B to appeal to riders who like dressers and baggers. It keeps the same smooth 1832-cc flat-six as the regular Goldwing, creating a futuristic, menacing Goldwing that's 62 pounds lighter than the full version.

Honda CBR500RR

Honda CBR500RR

This $6000 sportbike saves costs by using a steel frame as well as a 500-cc twin that's used in a few new Hondas. The 500 is a welcome sight for new riders; it's more powerful than the CBR250, but not as race-focused as the four-cylinder CBR600.